Saddar Metro Station is the Rawalpindi end of the Red Line metro bus, the line that links the twin cities from Saddar all the way to Pak Secretariat in Islamabad. Sitting on Murree Road in the heart of Rawalpindi’s busy commercial area, it is one of the most used stations on the whole route, especially for shoppers, students and daily commuters heading into the capital.
If you are travelling from Saddar towards Islamabad, your bus passes through Marrir Chowk, Liaquat Bagh, Committee Chowk, Waris Khan and Chandni Chowk before reaching Faizabad and continuing into Islamabad. The full Red Line has 24 stations in total, and the journey to Pak Secretariat takes around one hour and fifteen minutes, depending on traffic and waiting time at stations.
Saddar Metro Station Timings and Fare
The Red Line typically runs daily from around 6:15 AM to 10:00 PM, with buses arriving every few minutes during busy hours. This makes Saddar a reliable starting point for an early morning trip to Islamabad, whether you are going to an office in Blue Area, a hospital appointment at PIMS, or a government office near Pak Secretariat.
A single metro bus ride costs around Rs 40, and you can pay with a token from the station counter or a rechargeable metro card. The card is the better choice if you travel often, since it lets you skip the token queue at busy times. Tokens are valid for a single ride only, so keep yours safe until you exit at your destination.
Nearby Places and Travel Tips
Saddar station drops you right into Rawalpindi’s main shopping and commercial district, with markets, banks, restaurants and local transport all within easy walking distance. From here you can also catch local vans and rickshaws to other parts of Rawalpindi that the metro does not reach, making it a handy interchange for the whole city.
For a smooth trip, arrive a few minutes early during the morning and evening rush, keep your card charged, and check the day’s service before you leave if there is a big event or match in Rawalpindi, as a few stations are sometimes closed for short periods on such days. With frequent buses, a low fare and a central location, Saddar Metro Station remains the easiest way to start a journey between Rawalpindi and Islamabad.